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Marburg

WHO Warns as Marburg Virus Outbreak Claims Eight Lives in Tanzania

The WHO has issued a warning over a deadly Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania, which ...
  • 16 January 2025
  • Health

Bird Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Kano, FG and State Authorities React

Nigeria confirms a bird flu outbreak in Kano. Federal and state authorities are taking steps ...
  • 15 January 2025
  • Nigeria
HMPV

Nigeria Boosts Preparedness Against HMPV Amid Global Concerns

NCDC strengthens Nigeria’s preparedness against HMPV with airport screenings and public awareness amid global concerns ...
  • 8 January 2025
  • Nigeria
Human Metapneumovirus Nigeria

Nigeria Strengthens Monitoring Amid China’s New Viral Outbreak

Nigeria tightens health monitoring for travelers from China following the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak. Learn ...
  • 6 January 2025
  • Nigeria
Viral Outbreak

China Grapples with New Viral Outbreak, HMPV Spreads Beyond Borders

China faces a new outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), sparking health concerns. Neighboring countries like ...
  • 6 January 2025
  • World
Lassa fever

Climate Change Drives Surge in Lassa Fever Cases, Says NCDC

The NCDC links the rise in Lassa fever cases to climate change, urging preventive measures ...
  • 28 December 2024
  • Health
Rwanda

Rwanda Declares End of Marburg Virus Outbreak

Rwanda declares the end of the Marburg virus outbreak after 42 days with no new ...
  • 22 December 2024
  • Health
HIV awareness

NACA Urges Nigerians to Prioritize Health During the Festive Season

NACA urges Nigerians to prioritize health this festive season, emphasizing HIV testing, awareness, and public ...
  • 22 December 2024
  • Nigeria
Mpox vaccine

Nigeria Receives 11,200 Doses of Gavi-Facilitated Mpox Vaccine

Nigeria receives 11,200 doses of the Mpox vaccine facilitated by Gavi to protect high-risk groups ...
  • 22 December 2024
  • Nigeria
Bromate

Bromate Use in Bread: The Hidden Health Risks

Potassium bromate, a banned additive in bread production, poses serious health risks, including cancer. Learn ...
  • 18 December 2024
  • Nigeria
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Youth farmers

FG Targets N1.8tn from Bond Market in Q1, Introduces Tw...

Savings bonds

FG Defends GDP Rebasing Plan as CBN Postpones January M...

GDP rebasing
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Today in History

January 18th is the day in 1701 that Frederick I crowns himself King of Prussia in Königsberg.

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